Easy Biscuits and Sausage Gravy Breakfast Pizza Recipe
Start your day with this Easy Biscuits and Sausage Gravy Breakfast Pizza. After making it countless times, I’ve perfected the recipe to give you a hearty, satisfying breakfast that’s ready in just 30 minutes. The crispy biscuit crust, creamy sausage gravy, and melty cheese will make your morning irresistible. Try it with my Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Cutlets for a complete meal! If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Cutlets and Creamy Mushroom Risotto Recipe.
Why This Easy Biscuits and Sausage Gravy Breakfast Pizza Recipe Is Pure Comfort
- The perfect balance of crispy and creamy textures
- A hearty, satisfying breakfast ready in just 30 minutes
- Easy to customize with your favorite toppings
- Better than takeout and freezer-friendly
What You'll Need for Easy Biscuits and Sausage Gravy Breakfast Pizza Recipe
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- Refrigerated biscuit dough
- Breakfast sausage
- All-purpose flour
- Milk
- Shredded cheddar cheese
- Egg
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Paprika
- Optional: Crispy bacon
- Optional: Sautéed mushrooms
- Optional: Fresh spinach
- Optional: Diced tomatoes
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Refrigerated biscuit dough: Use any brand, but ensure the biscuits are seamless for a smooth crust.
🛒 Tools & Equipment I Recommend
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How to Make Easy Biscuits and Sausage Gravy Breakfast Pizza Recipe
- Prepare the biscuit crust: Press together 7.5 refrigerated biscuits to form a seamless crust. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 10 minutes.
- Cook the sausage: Crumble and cook 1 lb breakfast sausage in a skillet over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Make the gravy: Stir in 2 tbsp all-purpose flour, cook for 1 minute. Gradually add 2 cups milk, stirring constantly. Season with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. Simmer until thickened.
- Assemble the pizza: Spread the sausage gravy over the pre-baked biscuit crust. Top with 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese and your choice of toppings. Crack an egg onto the center.
- Bake and serve: Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 15-20 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Easy Biscuits and Sausage Gravy Breakfast Pizza Recipe
- : For a crispier crust, brush the biscuit dough with an egg wash before baking.
- Common mistake and fix: If the gravy is too thick, thin it out with a little more milk. If it's too thin, let it simmer longer or add a cornstarch slurry.
- : To make this breakfast pizza ahead, prepare the biscuit crust and sausage gravy separately. Assemble and bake just before serving.
- : For a spicy kick, add diced jalapeños or a pinch of cayenne pepper to the sausage gravy.
Storing & Reheating Easy Biscuits and Sausage Gravy Breakfast Pizza Recipe
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: You can make the biscuit crust and sausage gravy up to 2 days ahead. Store separately in the fridge.
Freezing Easy Biscuits and Sausage Gravy Breakfast Pizza Recipe
Freeze assembled, unbaked breakfast pizza for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before baking.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat slices in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes. Microwave: Reheat slices in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, but beware of soggy crust.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a crispier crust, use a pizza stone or inverted baking sheet for baking.
- Best substitution: Substitute the breakfast sausage with ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
- Make-ahead: Assemble the breakfast pizza, but don't add the egg. Bake and add the egg just before serving.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled to serve a larger crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If the biscuit crust is browning too quickly, tent it with aluminum foil.
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Easy Biscuits and Sausage Gravy Breakfast Pizza Recipe
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Refrigerated biscuit dough
- Breakfast sausage
- All-purpose flour
- Milk
- Shredded cheddar cheese
- Egg
Seasonings
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Paprika
Optional Toppings
- Crispy bacon
- Sautéed mushrooms
- Fresh spinach
- Diced tomatoes
Instructions
- Prepare the biscuit crust: Press together 7.5 refrigerated biscuits to form a seamless crust. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 10 minutes.
- Cook the sausage: Crumble and cook 1 lb breakfast sausage in a skillet over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Make the gravy: Stir in 2 tbsp all-purpose flour, cook for 1 minute. Gradually add 2 cups milk, stirring constantly. Season with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. Simmer until thickened.
- Assemble the pizza: Spread the sausage gravy over the pre-baked biscuit crust. Top with 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese and your choice of toppings. Crack an egg onto the center.
- Bake and serve: Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 15-20 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a crispier crust, use a pizza stone or inverted baking sheet for baking.
- Best substitution: Substitute the breakfast sausage with ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
- Make-ahead: Assemble the breakfast pizza, but don't add the egg. Bake and add the egg just before serving.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled to serve a larger crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If the biscuit crust is browning too quickly, tent it with aluminum foil.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Freeze assembled, unbaked breakfast pizza for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before baking.
- Oven reheat: Reheat slices in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat slices in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, but beware of soggy crust.
- Make ahead: You can make the biscuit crust and sausage gravy up to 2 days ahead. Store separately in the fridge.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 620
- Protein: 28g
- Fat: 32g
- Carbs: 55g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Cholesterol: 170mg
- Sat. Fat: 16g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Easy Biscuits and Sausage Gravy Breakfast Pizza Recipe FAQs
Yes, you can prepare the biscuit crust and sausage gravy separately up to 2 days ahead. Assemble and bake just before serving.
If your gravy is lumpy, it's likely because the flour wasn't fully incorporated before adding the milk. Make sure to cook the flour for at least 1 minute before adding the milk.
Yes, you can freeze the assembled, unbaked breakfast pizza for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before baking.
While you can cook the biscuit crust in the air fryer, the sausage gravy and toppings are best cooked in a skillet on the stovetop.
Absolutely! This homemade breakfast pizza is not only delicious but also more affordable and customizable than takeout.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Easy Biscuits and Sausage Gravy Breakfast Pizza Recipe and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
